Step into Hotel Emperador, where modern elegance meets vibrant city life. Located near Gran Via, this upscale hotel offers a rooftop terrace with breathtaking views, an art gallery to inspire your senses and a poolside bar to unwind. Enjoy high-speed WiFi, coffee shop treats and laundry facilities for ultimate convenience.
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Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Connecting rooms available
Air conditioning
Gym
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
Rooftop terrace
Breakfast available
Fitness center
Seasonal outdoor pool
Pool bar
Bar/lounge
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Conference center
Business center
Feel at home (6)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
The current price is $217
$217
$238 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Why we love this property
Global dining experience
This hotel boasts a vibrant cafe and well-stocked bar for diverse culinary pleasures. The morning buffet breakfast kickstarts adventures with delicious options.
Poolside bliss
The outdoor pool area of this hotel features comfortable loungers for relaxation and a poolside bar for refreshing drinks.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - 22 min drive
Madrid Principe Pio Station - 16 min walk
Madrid Recoletos Station - 21 min walk
Madrid (XOC-Atocha Train Station) - 30 min walk
Santo Domingo Station - 1 min walk
Callao Station - 3 min walk
Noviciado Station - 4 min walk
Restaurants
Starbucks - 1 min walk
Carl's Jr - 2 min walk
Steakburger - 1 min walk
Oven - 1 min walk
Hotel Emperador Rooftop Pool - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Emperador
Hotel Emperador features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Gran Via and Plaza de España - Princesa. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Fellow travelers like that it's only a short walk to public transportation: Santo Domingo Station is steps away and Callao Station is 3 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
232 rooms
Arranged over 10 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Lifeguard on site
Working away
Business center
11 meeting rooms
Conference center (2153 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1947
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Television in common areas
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Art gallery on site
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairways
Doorbell and phone notification
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 24 for adults and EUR 24 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 66.0 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from May to September
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Also known as
Emperador
Emperador Hotel
Emperador Madrid
Hotel Emperador
Hotel Emperador Madrid
Madrid Emperador Hotel
Hotel Emperador Hotel
Hotel Emperador Madrid
Hotel Emperador Hotel Madrid
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Emperador offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Emperador does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Emperador?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Emperador?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Emperador?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel Emperador.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Emperador?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Emperador?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Gran Via (8-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Emperador and nearby?
Hotel Emperador has an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
What's the area around Hotel Emperador like?
Hotel Emperador is in Madrid Centro, a short 1-minute walk from Santo Domingo Station and 9 minutes' walk from Puerta del Sol. Travelers say the local area is very central perfect for shopping.
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Reviews
Hotel Emperador Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently great, diverse, and delicious with many options. (75 reviews)
The rooftop pool and bar area was a highlight, offering a spotless clean and enjoyable experience for guests. (55 reviews)
The property's concierge and staff efficiently arranged airport transportation with minimal wait times. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Popular mentions
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2026
Clean rooms, friendly staff, and excellent location
Ada
Ada, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2026
Clean rooms, staff accommodating; location was excellent
Lisa M
Lisa M, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 12, 2026
Great staff. Very pleasant stay.
Roger
Roger, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2025
Great Hotel in good location!
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 26, 2026
Staff were very professional , friendly and helpful
Daphne
Daphne, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
Excellent staff and location. Rooms were clean and comfortable
TOMMY
TOMMY, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2026
Location is great. Easy to go anywhere for shopping, sightseeing, dining etc.
Li
Li, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2025
Clean room, staff are very friendly
venkat
venkat, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2026
Great location! close to everything
Benjamin
Benjamin, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 17, 2025
Clean and pleasant stay, nice bar on the roof and friendly staff.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 8, 2025
The rooms and the hotel stood out in cleanliness also the staff was very friendly.
Alan Martin
Alan Martin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2025
Great location and very nice staff..
The roof top is very nice
CESAR
CESAR, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 31, 2025
The room was clean, the hotel staff were attentive and the hotel was centrally located in walking distance from many attractions. I have stayed at this hotel before.
VICTOR
VICTOR, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2025
Convenient to shopping and local restaurants, good amenities, friendly staff, they provided me with early check-in and upgrade
Xia
Xia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2025
The hotel was brilliantly situated for the metro and walking around the city. The rooms were very comfortable and clean. Would recommend and if I travel to Madrid again would definitely stay again
Lorraine Judith
Lorraine Judith, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 24, 2025
Very clean, nice staff great breakfast. Everything in point
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2025
Good service, clean rooms and rooms according to description
Kim
Kim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
Love it.. clean and the staff excellent
Daniel
Daniel, 11-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2025
Very clean room in a beautiful hotel
Katherine
Katherine, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Room spotless !!! Very courteous staff!!
FRANCISCO
FRANCISCO, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2025
Employees at front desk were very friendly, room was nice and spacious. Breakfast buffet had plenty of choices and was delicious. It is located at the Main Street but very quiet inside. It was our second time staying and we will definitely come again!
Elvira
Elvira, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2025
Good room and clean
Oren
Oren, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2025
Room was clean with all amenities. Staff was professional and courteous. Close proximity to city center.
MAX JOSUE
MAX JOSUE, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Nov 15, 2025
Breakfast very fresh and nutritious. Shopping and dining very convenient. Central location; can walk everywhere.